Abstract
The obstacles that hinder democracy in Latin America are the topics of interest of this research. Loopholes within Latin American democratic systems of governance are a cause for concern, but also intrigue. In this research the specific loopholes and strengths of democracies in Latin America will be spotted and explained. More specifically, this research features a series quantitative method to help explain and evaluate the characteristics of strong democracies in Latin America as well as the characteristics of weak democracies in Latin America. A series of regression models show a causal relationship between rule of law and the overall democratic success of Latin American countries within the region. Therefore, it can be said that countries that hold robust judiciary systems are not more likely to reach and continue democratic success.
Thesis Completion
2023
Semester
Fall
Thesis Chair/Advisor
Larsen, Kelsey
Degree
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
College
College of Sciences
Department
School of Politics, Security, and International Affairs
Degree Program
Political Science; International Relations and Comparative Politics
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Release Date
12-15-2023
Recommended Citation
Mantilla Vale, Jamie L., "Democracy in Latin America, Democracy Everywhere" (2023). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 1548.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/honorstheses/1548
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